Cardiac Catheter Ablation

Cardiac catheter ablation is a medical procedure used to treat certain heart rhythm disorders, such as atrial fibrillation. During the procedure, a thin, flexible tube called a catheter is inserted into a blood vessel, typically in the groin, and guided to the heart. Using heat or cold energy, the doctor targets and destroys small areas of heart tissue that are causing abnormal electrical signals. This helps restore a regular heartbeat. The procedure is usually done under sedation and can improve symptoms like palpitations and fatigue, potentially reducing the need for medications.